Mootwingee County facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mootwingee New South Wales
Location in New South Wales
Lands administrative divisions around Mootwingee: Evelyn Yantara Yantara Farnell Mootwingee Yungnulgra Yancowinna Tandora Young

Mootwingee County, New South Wales is a special area in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of 141 such areas called cadastral divisions. These divisions are like old-fashioned land maps. They help define property boundaries and land ownership.

The name Mootwingee comes from a local Aboriginal word. It is also the name of a nearby large farm, called a pastoral station. This station is now part of the Mutawintji National Park. For Aboriginal people, Mootwingee is also a very important landmark.

What is Mootwingee County?

Mootwingee County is a specific land area in the far west of New South Wales. It's a way to divide up the land for official records. These divisions were created a long time ago. They help with things like land sales and surveys.

The Meaning of Cadastral Divisions

A cadastral division is a way to map out land. Think of it like drawing lines on a map to show different sections. These sections help governments keep track of who owns what land. They also help with planning and managing resources.

Mutawintji National Park

A big part of the Mootwingee area is now the Mutawintji National Park. This park is very important. It protects a beautiful desert landscape. It also protects ancient Aboriginal rock art sites.

Exploring the Park

Mutawintji National Park is a place of amazing natural beauty. It has rugged mountains and dry creek beds. You can see many different plants and animals there. The park is also famous for its Aboriginal heritage.

Aboriginal Heritage and Rock Art

The park is home to many important Aboriginal sites. These sites include rock shelters with ancient paintings and carvings. These artworks tell stories of the past. They show how Aboriginal people lived in this area for thousands of years. Visitors can learn about the culture and history of the Paakantji people.

Wildlife in Mutawintji

Even though it's a desert, the park has lots of wildlife. You might see kangaroos, wallabies, and many types of birds. The animals have adapted to the dry conditions. They often come out in the cooler parts of the day.

Parishes in Mootwingee

Mootwingee County is divided into smaller areas called parishes. These parishes do not have their own local governments. This is because the county is in a very remote area. It is part of the Unincorporated Far West Region. This means it is managed directly by the state government.

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  Mootwingee County, in a map from the Johns Sands 1886 Atlas of Australia.